#ET20 Ingénieur Conception Système - Contrôle et Surveillance Moteur H140 (F/H)
// Role Summary
Airbus Helicopters is seeking a Systems Design Engineer specializing in Engine Control and Monitoring for the H140 program, based in Marignane, France. Join a dynamic team to contribute to the future of helicopter propulsion systems.
// Key Responsibilities
- Define system specifications for engine control with the engine manufacturer.
- Develop engine monitoring principles according to official regulations.
- Design and integrate the electrical system for engine integration on the aircraft.
- Prepare and execute integration tests and flight tests.
- Act as the technical focal point for the engine systems domain.
- Requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in propulsion system engineering.
// Role Specification
Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Systems Design Engineer - Engine Control and Monitoring H140 (m/f) to join the Powerplant Engineering department based in Marignane, France.
Join us to shape the future of aeronautics and contribute to saving lives with our helicopters. The Marignane site, the 3rd largest industrial site in France, is undergoing a significant transformation to offer a high-tech, inclusive, and environmentally respectful working environment. You will have a unique professional experience at the heart of our helicopter manufacturing.
Your Future Missions:
As part of our team, you will participate in cutting-edge missions where the propulsion system is vital for the overall performance of our aircraft. You will contribute to the Powerplant Engineering department (40 people in the R&D Design Office), responsible for engine integration, performance, fire protection, and power systems installation.
As a System Design Manager (SDR) and technical focal point for the project, you will lead the integration and control activities related to the H140 engine development, in direct interface with the engine manufacturer and internal teams (Chief Engineer, flight testing, avionics, production).
Your main missions will include:
- System Control Specifications: Define and draft control system specifications for the engine manufacturer, applying design rules, lessons learned, and the strict requirements of ARP 4754.
- Engine Monitoring: Define engine monitoring principles in accordance with official regulations and in close collaboration with experimental flight test crews.
- Electrical Design and Integration: Define the electrical design for the functional and physical integration of the engine within the aircraft.
- Testing and V&V: Draft and execute integration test plans on test benches, in accordance with Systems Engineering methods (notably ARP 4754).
- Flight Testing & Certification: Draft Flight Test Orders, support flight campaigns, and assist with regulatory certification activities.
- Technical Referent: Act as the single technical focal point for your scope and lead activities across Airbus Helicopters, while participating in technical knowledge capitalization and the evolution of the professional standard.
Your Profile:
- Experience: You have at least 4 years of confirmed experience in a similar role in propulsion system engineering.
- Technical Expertise: Solid knowledge in automation, electrical integration, turboshaft thermodynamics, and systems engineering (ARP 4754). Knowledge of Airworthiness regulations and hybrid propulsion is a significant asset. Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink and DOORS tools is a plus.
- Languages: Fluent English (negotiation level) is essential for leading activities in a multicultural and transnational environment.
- Soft Skills: Rigor, proactivity, autonomy, and excellent teamwork skills. Your communication abilities allow you to produce and share clear summaries with your multiple interfaces.
Occasional professional travel is to be expected in France and Europe.
3 Reasons to Join Us:
- Our Values: Six essential values form the core of our company, shaped by employees for employees, reflecting the unique blend of qualities found in our global family.
- Inclusion and Diversity: We foster an inclusive and rewarding work environment where everyone's diversity is valued and respected. An inclusive and diverse workforce drives innovation at Airbus.
- Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive and transparent global compensation package, including salaries, bonuses, profit-sharing, and stock options. We invest in your professional development, health, retirement, and work-life balance (flexible working arrangements).
Additional benefits include a dynamic Works Council offering cultural and sporting activities, a company restaurant, and sports facilities, as well as transport assistance (shuttles or reimbursement of annual travel pass).
Our Recruitment Process: Apply online, CV analysis, security clearance eligibility check, HR and technical interviews, and job offer.
This job requires awareness of compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity.